Mystic Himalayan Pilgrimage
Mystic Himalayan Pilgrimage
Pilgrimage to the the source
A Pilgrimage to Sacred Places can Awaken us to the Beingness of Who We Truly Are - Savitri
17th June – 1st July 2026
This annual pilgrimage offers spiritual seekers from all paths an opportunity to tread the paths that have been laid down by yogis and sages throughout centuries and experience the sacred energies of these majestic mountains that uplift the soul and recharge spiritual endeavour.
This trek will take you from Rishikesh to Tapovan, which is a vast meadow surrounded by mountain peaks and nestled at the base of Shivaling mountain, it is one of the most beautiful and breath-taking places imaginable. It is here that Ganga (known as Akash or Sky Ganga) begins her descent. This sacred place is where yogis, seers and rishis have performed spiritual practices since time immemorial. Join us for a unique opportunity to deepen you own spiritual practices, meditation and consciousness.
“The most amazing and transformative journey of a lifetime! Let your spirit be touched by the sacred Himalayas and let your heart and mind expand into infinite light and gratitude as you walk in the footsteps of the ancient and modern seers, sages, sadhus and rishis. I was deeply touched by this unique and powerful journey into the heart of the sacred Himalayas and to the source of Mother Ganga. Unforgettable, exclusive, unique and memorable. Forever grateful to the organizers for taking me on such a magical journey . Strongly recommend to others and will certainly do it again. Don’t think, just hear the whispers of your heart and embrace the Unknown.”
Hari Om Katya Silentium
To ensure a deep and fulfilling experience, this pilgrimage is limited to a small number of spiritual seekers.
Next Pilgrimage Dates:
17th June 2026 – 1st July 2026
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Anand Lok Rishikesh
Introduction to the pilgrimage and celebratory meal
Days 2-3: Rishikesh activities
Day 2: Morning Kriya Yoga Journey (Savitri & Phillip), Yajna (fire ceremony), Vashishta Guha (Cave of the great Rishi Vashishta)
Day 3: Visit Anandamayi Ma Samadhi & Kali Ma temple, Haridwar, Neem Karoli Baba Temple Rishikesh: sightseeing and shopping
or Trek to Devi temple and traditional Himalayan village, evening Ganga Aarathi
Day 4: Travel to Uttarkashi
Known as the Valley of the Gods, an ancient centre for yogis and rishis. Visit the Vishwanath temple
Day 5: Travel to Gangotri
Stop for a hot bath at a natural spring. At Gangotri we will visit the temple to Mother Ganga
and experience the rich cultural heritage of this region.
Days 6-8: Gangotri
Morning Kriya Yoga Journey (each morning) – Savitri & Phillip.
A unique opportunity to spend time at Tapovan Kutir, the former home of Swami Sundarananda considered to be one of the great yogi Himalayan Masters. He chronicled his devotion to the natural beauty of the Himalayas in a permanent exhibition of his Himalayan photographs in a beautiful art gallery. We will be accommodated in special guest rooms above the gallery.
There will be an opportunity to visit Lalita Ma, a unique woman saint living in a cave. She has spent 14 years of unbroken sadhana living in the Himalayas.
We will visit other fascinating men and women yogi renunciates. A devotee of Hanuman. We will encounter a number of other saints and yogis who retreat in the Gangotri region.
Explore the Pandava Cave, which is famed as the abode of the 5 Pandava brothers described in the Indian classic – The Mahabharata.
Day 9: Trek to Bhojvasa
6 1/2 hour trek – enchanting views of the Bhagirathi peaks. Kirtan with Nirmala Das who has been practising kundalini yoga and samadhi since 1987
Day 10: Trek to Tapovan
Trolly car takes us across Ganga and we climb up to a beautiful alpine meadow at the base of Shivaling mountain. Set up camp, dinner, rest meditation and satsang
Days 11-12: Tapovan
Immerse yourself in the sacred silence of a place where centuries of spiritual seekers have come to experience the oneness. Have satsang and meditation sessions with Nagadas, who has lived there in silence for over 10 years and Sri Anand, a swami who recently came out of silence to share his wisdom with spiritual seekers. Early morning meditation, pranayama & yoga before breakfast, walks (to forest camp and Sundarban trail), afternoon satsang with Swami Sri Anand. We close our stay at Tapovan with a fire ceremony.
Day 13: Trek to Gangotri
Trek back
Day 14: Travel to Rishikesh
Please note this itinerary is indicative, but may alter due to circumstances that may arise on the journey. However, the start and end dates are fixed. A pilgrimage is always a flow of grace that presents us with unique and unexpected opportunities.
This journey takes us from the yoga capital of the world (Rishikesh) to the heights of the sacred mountains (Himalayan range). The outer journey reflects the inner journey of towards spiritual awakening, the discovery of our own true nature.
We travel from the self to the Self.
Costs
Full price US$2,350
Early Bird - US$2,100 (if paid before March 31st 2026) if booking 2 people US$1,975 per person
Cost includes: accommodation at Rishikesh, Gangotri, Bhojvasa and Tapovan with food and beverages with this accommodation; transport from Rishikesh to and from Gangotri plus Rishikesh sightseeing. Also includes one night’s accommodation in Rishikesh at the end of the pilgrimage (food and beverages not included)
The cost also includes the cost of a guide from Gangotri to Tapovan. Pilgrims will pay the costs of their porters. (NB. we will arrange the hiring of the porters.)
Pilgrims are expected to arrange their travel to India (either Delhi or Dehra Dun) and taxis from either airport to Anand Lok, Rishikesh
Pilgrims are also expected to cover any additional expenses.
Secure your place now with a deposit: $500 (balance due 7 days before pilgrimage begins)
All payments to be made by direct debit to The Prema Charitable Trust and covers the cost plus donations to the Prema and the Tapovan Maharaj trusts.
Savitri and Phillip offer their time free to serve the spiritual evolution of the pilgrims
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